Implementation of selective collection of solid wastes in Vale Campus and environmental management in Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul

Abstract

In compliance with Federal and Municipal Legislations, the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul – UFRGS implemented the selective collection of its wastes under the Environmental Management System Implementation Program. The collection was set up through a cooperation agreement between the city of Viamão and Passo Dorneles Ecologic Association to promote the development and performance of joint actions for the appropriate collection, destination and separation of recyclable solid wastes originated in UFRGS Vale Campus, with the purpose of generating income for the Association members and, in a broader sense, encouraging the sustainable development and preservation of the environment. Today, as a result of the Program, approximately 20 tons per month of recyclable materials from the UFRGS Vale Campus are destined to the Association.